Julia Felix is a violin and viola maker based in Santa Fe, NM. Originally trained as a visual artist, she discovered violin making in college, drawn to the intersection of music and woodworking. She went on to study at the North Bennet Street School in Boston, where she trained in traditional methods of fine violin making under Roman Barnas. Since returning to Santa Fe in 2019, she has focused on crafting new instruments for musicians across the country.

She is known for pushing the boundaries of traditional violin making, experimenting with unconventional sizes and aesthetics while still creating instruments that are responsive, tonally complex, and enjoyable to play. She has a knack for capturing the essence of the work of great makers, crafting pieces that embody their individual character without being exact replicas.

Beyond the workshop, she is an active member of the lutherie community, organizing online events and subgroups for Women in Lutherie and setting up local meetups for Instrument Makers of the Southwest. She also plays classical guitar, is an avid volunteer at Make Santa Fe, and enjoys spending time with her six-year-old son.